Schools
Dr. P.K. Vyas Continues Tradition Of Supporting Future Healthcare Workers
BENSON, N.C. — Five local students planning careers in healthcare have received scholarships from Eastern Carolina Medical Center and Dr. P.K. Vyas. The annual scholarship program recognizes graduating seniors from…
UNC Health Johnston Scholarships Support 15 Students Pursuing Medical Careers
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Fifteen local students planning careers in healthcare have received scholarships from the UNC Health Johnston Volunteers, continuing a long-standing tradition of supporting the next generation of medical…
“Stronger Together” Takes Center Stage At JCPS 2026 Leadership Conference
SMITHFIELD, N.C. – On July 14-16, 2026, Johnston County Public Schools (JCPS) principals, assistant principals, and central office staff attended the 2026 Leadership Conference at Cleveland High. The annual conference…
‘Campbell Has Lost A Giant’: Former Football Coach Dale Steele Dies
BUIES CREEK, N.C. — Dale Steele, the founding coach of Campbell University’s modern football program and one of the most influential figures in Camel athletics history, died Sunday following a…
Smithfield-Selma Future Educators Excel At National Competition
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Smithfield-Selma High School students turned in an award-winning performance at the 2026 Educators Rising National Conference, earning multiple national honors while competing against more than 2,000 students…
Campbell Med School Hosts Area High Schoolers For Day-Long White Coat Workshop
BUIES CREEK, N.C. – Campbell University student Drs. Maureen Sullivan and Heidi Reynolds were prepped to perform surgery on a patient with a simulated aortic bleed, a life-threatening condition. They…
Junior Women’s League Supports Next Generation Of Women Leaders
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — The Junior Women’s League of Smithfield has awarded scholarships to five young women who are seniors at Johnston County high schools. Class of 2026 scholarship awards include:…
Firefighters Secure State Funding For Education
CLAYTON, N.C. – Two Clayton Fire Department members are earning support for their educational goals through scholarships from the North Carolina State Firefighters’ Association (NCSFA). The awards recognize their commitment…
Advanced Teaching Roles Program Coming To Johnston County Public Schools
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Johnston County Public Schools will soon join 34 other school districts and more than 600 schools participating in North Carolina’s nationally recognized Advanced Teaching Roles (ATR) program…
Kellen Smith Presented With The 2026 Sam Narron Baseball Award
SMITHFIELD, N.C. – The 2026 Sam Narron Baseball Award was presented to recent South Johnston High graduate Kellen Smith. For the past 30 years, the prestigious award has been presented…
Deputies: Two Juveniles Linked To Pool Burglary And Middle School Vandalism
GRANTHAM, N.C. — Two juveniles have been charged following an investigation into a break-in at the Grantham community pool and a separate vandalism incident at a nearby middle school. According…
North Johnston High 4th Quarter Honor Roll & Principal’s List
North Johnston High School Fourth Quarter Honor Roll & Principal’s List David K. Allen, Principal 9th Principal’s List JD Akers, Khloe Anderson, Lexi Barbour, Tenley Barbour, Thomas Barefoot, Finley Barnes,…
